2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Audi TT
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi TT would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Audi TT. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi TT. (195 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2004 Audi TT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 156 | TT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
